The cheapest and fastest buses from Zaandam to Brussels
Cheapest price on Oct 15
€9
Average ticket price on Oct 15
€12
Fastest journey on Oct 15
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
2 h 45 m
Buses on Oct 15
24
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zaandam to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaandam to Brussels will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 24 buses from Zaandam to Brussels, including 24 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
47405:00 PM3h30Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)8:30 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€91One-way0 transfers
16468:55 AM3h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)12:40 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€91One-way0 transfers
166012:15 PM3h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:00 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€91One-way0 transfers
8313312:45 PM4h15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)5:00 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€91One-way0 transfers
510946:30 PM3h25Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)9:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM2h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)10:45 AMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€161One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:00 PM2h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)2:45 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:00 AM2h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)9:45 AMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 PM2h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)3:15 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 PM2h45Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)4:15 PMSchaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)€101One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zaandam to Brussels
Buses from Zaandam to Brussels run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 41 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 180 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Zaandam to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zaandam to Brussels buses for today, Wednesday, October 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
83133 | 12:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h15 | 5:00 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h45 | 4:15 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h20 | 5:50 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h00 | 8:00 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h15 | 9:45 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 12:30 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h00 | 1:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h00 | 2:35 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 15 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h45 | 9:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h15 | 11:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h45 | 10:45 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h35 | 12:50 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 4h10 | 12:25 PM Brussels, Avenue des Magnolias (King Baudouin) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1646 | 8:55 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h45 | 12:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 3h00 | 1:00 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 2h45 | 2:45 PM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Bus from Zaandam to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaandam to Brussels by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zaandam to Brussels
Most Zaandam to Brussels buses use the Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) to Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) station pair, with some services arriving at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi). Use this guide to compare Zaandam and Brussels bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Brussels station do buses from Zaandam arrive at?
Getting to Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) is 2 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Midi (in the station), Belgian Bites (in the station), Fritland Express (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) from Brussels city centre
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) is 5 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) bus station facilities and services
Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn). ATMs are available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussel, Avenue des Magnolias (Koning Boudewijn): Accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Getting to Brussels, Gare Du Midi from Brussels city centre
Brussels, Gare Du Midi is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels, Gare Du Midi bus station facilities and services
Brussels, Gare Du Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Various dining options are nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi. ATMs are available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels, Gare Du Midi: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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